Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweetness and savory flavors with this Roasted Pears with Blue Cheese, Walnuts, and Honey Recipe. This dish showcases ripe pears roasted to perfection, topped with rich blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of honey that adds a luscious glaze. Whether served as an elegant appetizer or a comforting dessert, this recipe is versatile enough to impress guests or please your family on busy weeknights. With simple ingredients that you likely already have at home, you can whip up this gourmet treat in no time. Enjoy the warmth and harmony of flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per serving) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe but firm pears (Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and slice each pear in half lengthwise; remove the core gently.
- Arrange pear halves cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush them with melted butter.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over each pear half followed by chopped walnuts. Drizzle honey on top.
- Roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until the pears are tender and caramelized.
- Serve warm, drizzling extra honey over the top if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg